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Page 1: User Manual
SCH R455C M O B I L E P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your phone, and keep it for future reference. -
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state... -
Page 3: Open Source Software
GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and other open source licenses. To obtain the source code covered under the open source licenses, please visit: http://opensource.samsung.com/. SAR Information Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. - Page 4 EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT "AS IS", AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Getting Started .............4 Setting Up Your Phone ......... . 4 Charging the Battery . - Page 6 Section 5: Voice Service ............34 Voice-Activating Your Contacts List ....... . 34 Voice Settings .
- Page 7 Section 10: My Folder ............63 My Ringtones ..........63 My Images .
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Page 8: Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1: Getting Started This section explains how to start using your phone by charging your battery, setting up your voicemail and installing a memory card. Setting Up Your Phone Text Conventions This manual provides condensed information about how to use your phone. To make this possible, the following terms and icon appear in procedural steps: highlight Use the Navigation key (... -
Page 9: Charging The Battery
Your phone comes packaged with a partially charged rechargeable standard Li-Ion battery and travel adapter. Only use Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Use of other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. -
Page 10: Activating Your Phone
Important!: You must unplug the adapter before removing the battery from the phone during charging to avoid damage. Low battery indicator The battery indicator ( ) displays in the upper-right corner of the screen. Monitor the battery strength and ensure your battery is adequately charged. Indicates a full charge. -
Page 11: Turn Your Phone On
If necessary, turn off the phone. Pull up the battery cover using the slot provided (1), while lifting the cover off the phone (2). Slide the battery into the compartment matching the gold contacts on the battery to those on the inside of the phone (1). Press the battery down until it slips into place (2). -
Page 12: Locking And Unlocking The Phone
Turn Your Phone Off With the phone closed, press and hold for two or more seconds. Note: If your phone is on and you press for less than one second, the phone does not power off. This prevents you from accidentally turning off the phone. Locking and Unlocking the Phone Locking the phone prevents unauthorized access to information on the phone, but allows dialing with the Dialer. -
Page 13: Unlocking The Screen
Unlocking the Screen When the phone is inactive for a period of time, the screen locks to prevent accidental key presses. To unlock the screen: In Standby mode, press Unlock Setting Up Voicemail Voicemail allows callers to leave voice messages that can be retrieved any time. Note: Once your Voicemail account is set up, you can use the Voicemail folder under the Message menu to view details of voice messages in the Voicemail box. -
Page 14: Memory Card (Optional)
Memory Card (Optional) Your phone has a Memory Card slot under the battery cover. You can install a microSD™ or microSDHC storage card to provide additional memory for storing files, such as sound files and photos. Note: Your phone Music Player requires that you first install a Memory Card. Install a Memory Card Remove the back cover. -
Page 15: Section 2: Understanding Your Phone
Section 2: Understanding Your Phone This section descibes features of your phone, keys, displays and icons. Features of Your Phone Messaging Services, Text and Picture, with sliding QWERTY Keypad • High Speed Data (CDMA 2000 1x Technology) • Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Digital Wide Screen Camera •... -
Page 16: Front View (Closed)
Front View (Closed) Features Alternate Left Soft Key used when the phone is open for QWERTY keypad use. Alternate Right Soft Key used when the phone is open for QWERTY keypad use. OK Key — In Standby mode, launches the Prepaid Menu. When navigating through a menu, accepts the highlighted menu option. - Page 17 Pound / Special Function Key — Activates/deactivates Vibrate Mode. In Text mode, enters a space. Clear Key — Deletes characters from the display when you are in text entry mode. Press this key to return to the previous menu or screen when navigating features on your phone.
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Page 18: Side Views
Side Views Features Accessory Connector — Attach an optional accessory strap. Volume Key — Lets you adjust the ring volume in Standby mode, adjust the voice volume during a call, or mute the ringer during an incoming call. Camera Key — In Standby mode, press and hold to launch the Camera. A short press takes you to the My Folder menu. -
Page 19: Front View (Open)
Front View (Open) Features Left Soft Key — Used to navigate through menus and applications and to select the choice indicated at the bottom left corner of the Main LCD. Fn Key — Text Function Key — Toggles text entry mode between ABC and 123 modes. -
Page 20: Back View (Closed)
Back / Clear Key — Deletes characters from the display when you are in text entry mode. Press this key to return to the previous menu or screen when navigating features on your phone. Right Soft Key — Used to navigate through menus and applications and to select the choice indicated at the bottom right corner of the Main Display. -
Page 21: Display Screen
Display Screen The top portion of your phone displays icons indicating network status, battery power, signal strength, and the current date and time. The center portion displays information such as call progress information, messages, photos and banner text. The bottom line displays current soft key functions. With the QWERTY keypad open, the display rotates automatically from portrait mode to landscape mode. -
Page 22: Entering Text
Return to the Previous Menu Press to return to the previous menu. Entering Text Your phone has a QWERTY keypad to support quick and easy text input. You can enter text as you would using a computer keyboard. Note: Your phone also provides T9 Word predictive text entry function. Function Keys Press to delete characters. -
Page 23: Changing The Text Entry Mode
Changing the Text Entry Mode Text messages can be made up of alphabetical characters, numbers, and symbols. You can use the following text entry modes to simplify text entry: T9 Word — Press each phone key only once to enter the letter of the word you are spelling. •... -
Page 24: Using T9 Mode
T9Word, then press T9 Word recognizes that the most commonly used word for the numeric sequence you just entered is “Samsung.” If more than one word shares the same numeric sequence, T9 Word provides the most commonly used word. Alternate words, if... -
Page 25: Entering Symbols
Note: To enter a space, press the key. To enter a period, press the key. These key functions apply to both T9 Word and Abc modes. Adding Words to T9 Word The T9 Word dictionary may not contain an obscure word, such as the latest technical jargon or slang. -
Page 26: Phone Modes
Example: Press for an exclamation point (!). Repeat these steps to insert additional symbols into your message or memo. Phone Modes Call Answer Mode You can choose to answer a call by pressing any key, except , or by pressing only . Input mode Input mode determines how you enter text, numbers, and symbols. -
Page 27: Talk Mode
Receive Messages in Standby Mode You can receive messages in Standby mode. An alert tone sounds and a notification message appears in the display when a new message arrives. The following call message options appear: View Now — This selection allows you to view the messages now. •... -
Page 28: Vibrate Mode
Vibrate Mode To enter Vibrate mode, in Standby mode, do one of the following: Press the Volume key Down until “Vibrate” briefly appears in the display and your phone returns to Standby mode. – or – Press and hold until “Vibrate Mode Activated” briefly appears in the display. Note: The Vibrate icon ( ) appears in the display when the phone is in Vibrate mode. -
Page 29: Section 3: Call Functions
Section 3: Call Functions This section explains how to make and answer calls. This section also includes the features and functionality associated with making or answering calls. Number Entry Dialing With the phone on, enter the number you wish to call using the keypad. Press to place the call. -
Page 30: Dialing International Numbers
Dialing International Numbers Call Another Country — Manual Method In standby mode, enter 011, the three-digit exit code for the United States. Enter the country code for the country that you are calling. Enter the number that you wish to call, then press . Note: Puerto Rico and Canada are on the North American dialing plan. -
Page 31: Contact Dialing
Contact Dialing You can store phone numbers and contact names in your Contacts list. To call one of your Contacts, do the following: Press the Menu Contacts Find. The Find screen with your Contacts list appears in the display. In the Go to field, enter the first few letters of a Contacts list entry name. The Contacts list displays the first few entries with names matching the letters you entered. -
Page 32: Answering A Call
Answering a Call Your phone notifies you of a call in the following ways: A ringtone sounds and/or your phone vibrates. Your phone provides seven ring volume • Vibrate Low/Medium, Medium, Medium/High, settings including: Silence All, or High and/or different ring types to distinguish callers. For more information, refer to “Accessing the Sounds Menu”... -
Page 33: Ignoring A Call
In-Use Options Menu You can access numerous menus and features while in a call. Note: If the call is disconnected while you are accessing the In-Use Option, the In-Use Option disappears from the display and the phone eventually returns to standby mode. While in a call, press the Options soft key to display the following options: Messages, Contacts, Recent Calls, Send DTMF, Voice Privacy and Location. -
Page 34: Recent Calls
Recent Calls The Recent Calls menu stores information about Outgoing, Incoming, Missed and Roaming calls. You can view times for your last call and the time totals for all calls. Review the Calls Log In standby mode, press Menu Recent Calls. Select one of the following options: •... -
Page 35: Roaming
Roaming What is Roaming? Roaming allows you to use your phone when you travel outside the coverage area of your Wireless Provider. The Roaming icon ( ) appears in the top line of the display when Roaming is active. Extra charges may apply when making or receiving Roaming calls. -
Page 36: Section 4: Menu Navigation
Section 4: Menu Navigation This section explains the menu navigation for your phone. Menu Navigation Access the menus and submenus in your phone using the navigation keys and the soft keys or use a shortcut. In standby mode, press the Menu soft key ( ) to display the Main Menu. -
Page 37: Menu Shortcuts
Menu Shortcuts In standby mode, press the up, down, right or left navigation key to launch the application assigned to that navigation key. Navigation Key Shortcuts In standby mode with the QWERTY keypad closed, press the Up, Down, Right and Left Navigation keys to launch the applications assigned. -
Page 38: Section 5: Voice Service
Section 5: Voice Service VoiceSignal is state-of-the-art voice recognition software for your mobile phone that lets you dial numbers, lookup contact information, and open applications using your voice. To access voice settings, do the following: In standby mode, press Menu Tools Voice SVC Voice Commands. -
Page 39: Voice Settings
Voice Settings Choice Lists VoiceSignal uses choice lists when it is not confident it has correctly recognized a name or number. In this case, it can display a list of up to three possible choices, and prompt you to confirm the correct one. You can change the way that VoiceSignal uses choice lists with name dialing, digit dialing, and contacts. -
Page 40: Voice Launch
Sound The Sound menu allows you to turn On or Off audio Prompts, Digits, or Names audio playback and adjust the speed and volume for Name Settings. In standby mode, press Menu Tools Voice SVC Voice Settings Sound. Voice Launch To set the key or action that launches VoiceSignal, do the following: In standby mode, press Menu Tools... -
Page 41: Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts
Section 6: Understanding Your Contacts This section explains how to manage your daily contacts by storing their name and number in your Contacts. Contacts entries can be sorted by name. Your Contacts List Your Contacts list can store up to 1000 entries, with each contact having up to five associated phone numbers, one E-mail address, and a picture ID. - Page 42 Using the Add New Contact Option In standby mode, press Menu Contacts Add New Contact. The Add New Contact screen appears in the display with the Name field highlighted. Enter a name or phrase to associate with the type using the keypad. Use the Up and Down navigation keys to highlight each field.
- Page 43 Press the Options soft key. The following options appear in the display: Save, Erase, Lock/Unlock, Erase All and View Timer. Select Save. The Create New and Update Existing options display. Select Create New. The following (number type) icons appear in the display: Mobile Home Work...
- Page 44 Highlight the number you wish to use to Update Existing contact. Press Open Press the Options soft key. The following options appear in the display: Save, Erase, Lock/Unlock, Erase All and View Timer. Select Save. The Create New and Update Existing options display. Select Update Existing, then press .
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Page 45: Finding A Contacts Entry
Finding a Contacts Entry Voice Method Use the VoiceSignal Contacts command to view contact information for any named contact stored in your Contacts list by saying the name. Note: The Contacts command shows the requested contact information in the display but does not dial any phone numbers for the contact. - Page 46 Keypad Methods Find by Name If you have stored a named contact in your Contacts list, Find lets you locate the entry quickly. In standby mode, do one of the following: Press the Down navigation key (Contacts shortcut) and select Find menu. –...
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Page 47: Editing An Existing Contact Entry
Search by Number This option allows you to find a Contacts list entry by searching on one of the contact phone numbers. In standby mode, enter the first few numbers of the Contacts list entry you wish to find (such as the area code or area code and exchange — for example, 888-987). -
Page 48: Speed Dial Numbers
Assigning Speed Dial Numbers When you add or edit an entry to the Contacts list, you have the option of assigning a Speed Dial number using the Options pop-up menu or of returning to the Contacts menu and using the Speed Dial option. You can also change a contact Speed Dial number. -
Page 49: Renaming A Contacts Group
Renaming a Contacts Group Use this option to rename a Group in your Contacts list. In standby mode, press Menu Contacts Group. Highlight the Group (other than No Groups) that you wish to rename, then press the Options soft key and select Rename. Enter a new Group name using the keypad and press to save the changed group name. -
Page 50: Sending A Contacts Entry
Sending a Contacts Entry Use the Send Name Card With Bluetooth option to send one or more selected Contacts entries to another compatible phone or other device over a Bluetooth connection. Find and highlight the desired entry in the Contacts list. Press the Options soft key, then select Send Name Card Via Bluetooth. -
Page 51: Section 7: Messages
Section 7: Messages This section explains how to create, send, receive, and view different types of messages. This section also describes the features and functionality associated with messaging. Creating and Sending New Messages This section guides you through procedures for creating and sending text and pictures. - Page 52 Press MARK ( ) to select your recipient(s). When finished, press the Done soft key. Press . The Subject field displays. If desired, enter the Subject text using the keypad. Press the Down navigation key to highlight the Text field. Enter the message text using the keypad.
- Page 53 Send Multimedia Messages in Camera Mode Multimedia messages can be sent to recipients with compatible phones or devices. You can even accompany a Multimedia message with a voice memo or preloaded sound. In standby mode, press and hold the Camera key ( ).
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Page 54: Message Send Options
Message Send Options You can set Priority Level, Validity Period, and other options before you send a message. The type of composed message and the highlighted message field determine the options that appear in the Send Options list. After composing a Text or a Multimedia message, press the Options soft key. Select a desired option and a value for that option. -
Page 55: Messages
Checking your Voicemail In standby mode, press and hold to connect to your Wireless Carrier’s voicemail system. A recorded message prompts you for a password. Enter your password, then follow the recorded prompts, to listen to your voice message(s), change administrative options, and so on. Messages Inbox Received messages of all types (except Voicemail) are stored in the Inbox. - Page 56 Outbox Your phone stores outgoing messages in the Outbox, regardless of whether the message was successfully sent to, or received by, the addressee. ) In standby mode, press Menu Messages Outbox. A list of your outgoing messages appears in the display. Highlight a message, then do one of the following: •...
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Page 57: Draft Message
Drafts Messages in the Drafts folder are those that have been composed but never sent. You can return to the Drafts folder at any time to view, edit, or send a draft message. In standby mode, press Menu Messages Drafts. A list of your draft messages appears in the display. -
Page 58: Erasing Messages
Voicemail New voice messages in your voicemail are logged in the Voicemail folder of the Messages menu. Open the Voicemail folder to view the Callback # (if available), Urgency, and other details of new voicemail messages. In standby mode, press Menu Messages Voicemail. -
Page 59: Section 8: Camera
Section 8: Camera Use your phone to take full color digital pictures, display them on your phone’s vivid color display, and instantly share them with family and friends. It’s fun, and as easy to use as a traditional point-and-click camera. This section explains how you can do the following: Take pictures with your phone’s built-in digital camera. -
Page 60: Camera Options
Camera Options The Camera Options let you temporarily adjust default camera settings to suit available lighting, the subject of the photo, or the purpose of the photo, for the current camera session. When you exit the camera, your Camera Options values revert to their default values. -
Page 61: White Balance
White Balance White Balance allows you to adjust picture quality according to available light by selecting from the following: Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten or Fluorescent. Each option, as you highlight it, shows the effects it has on a picture. Select the desired White Balance value. -
Page 62: Brightness
Settings When you change Camera Settings values, your changes are saved for future camera sessions, unlike changes to Camera Options. To restore Camera Settings to their default values, select Reset Settings. The following settings are available: Memory — Choose to store your photos in phone memory or on your microSD Memory •... -
Page 63: Section 9: Games & Apps
Section 9: Games & Apps The Games & Apps menu allows you to connect to your Browser to buy games, access preloaded games, to access your Music Player and your Camera to take pictures and view your saved images. In standby mode, press Menu Games &... -
Page 64: Launching The Music Player
Launching the Music Player Note: Before launching the Music Player, you must install a microSD™ Memory Card containing music files in your phone. For more information, refer to “Install a Memory Card” on page 10. In standby mode, press Menu Games &... - Page 65 Music Player Controls Volume key: • – To play a music file louder, press the Volume key Up. – To play a music file softer, press the Volume key Down. Navigation key: • – To pause/resume playing a music file, press –...
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Page 66: Camera
Highlight and mark the songs you want to add to the playlist by pressing MARK ( Press Done to save your playlist when you are finished adding songs. Playing a Playlist In standby mode, press Menu Games & Apps Music Player. The Music Player screen appears in the display. -
Page 67: Section 10: My Folder
Section 10: My Folder The My Folder menu allows you to connect to your Browser to buy ringtones and graphics, to access your preloaded ringtones and your downloaded ringtones and your own recordings. In standby mode, press Menu My Folder. The following submenus display: My Ringtones, My Images, Memory Status. -
Page 68: My Images
Press Set As to assign the highlighted ringtone. The following options appear in the display: Ringtone, Contact ID and Alert Tone. • Press to PLAY the ringtone. Press while playing to STOP the ringtone. • Press the Options soft key to select from the options: Ringtone Info or Send Multimedia Msg. -
Page 69: Memory Status
Memory Status Memory Status allows you to review and manage your phone memory usage. You can Erase, Move and Copy files from your phone to your memory card and from your memory card to your phone by using the Options menu. In standby mode, press Menu My Folder Memory Status. -
Page 70: Section 11: Browser
Section 11: Browser This section outlines how to launch your Browser, how to navigate to other pages on the Web, and how the keys on the keypad are used with the Web application. You can surf the Web and download ringtones and wallpapers using your phone. When your phone connects to the Internet, the service indicator icon with an arrow ) appears in the display. -
Page 71: Browser Menu
Browser Menu While using your browser, you can press the Menu soft key to choose from additional options. Press Dismiss to close the menu and return to the previous page. The following options are available in the browser menu: Home •... -
Page 72: Section 12: Tools
Section 12: Tools Tools Menu Tools is a suite of applications that run on your phone. You can use your phone to schedule events, set reminders, perform calculations, and more. Opening Tools Menu In standby mode, press Menu Tools. The following submenus appear in the display: •... -
Page 73: Bluetooth
Select the desired Tools submenu. The following sections provide detailed descriptions of the Tools and how to use their functions. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology capable of exchanging information over a distance of about 30 feet without requiring a physical connection. -
Page 74: Registered List
Registered List Registered List provides a list of Bluetooth wireless technology devices previously connected to your handset. At the Bluetooth menu, select Registered List. The Add New Device screen appears in the display showing a list of devices previously connected to your device. -
Page 75: Voice Svc
Note: When pairing with another Bluetooth phone, enter whatever Passkey you wish. You must, however, enter the same Passkey into the other phone when prompted. You are prompted to verify that you want to connect with the device. To connect with the device, press the Yes soft key. To bypass connecting with the device, press the No soft key. -
Page 76: Calendar
Calendar Calendar lets you view the current, past, or future month in a monthly calendar layout. While viewing the calendar, the current date is highlighted and days with scheduled events are surrounded by a box. View an Event In standby mode, press Menu Tools Calendar. -
Page 77: Memo Pad
Press the Add soft key. The New Event screen appears in the display. To select and enter details of the event, use the Navigation key and the keypad. (For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 18.) Enter the start and End dates and times for the event using the keypad. Enter the dates and times for the event using 2 digits for day, month, hour, and minute entries. -
Page 78: Alarm Clock
Add a Memo In standby mode, press Menu Tools Memo Pad. If you have any stored memos, they appear as a list in the display. If this is your first time in Memo Pad, “No memos” appears in the display. To add a new memo, press the Add soft key. -
Page 79: World Time
Turn Off the Alarm Turning off an Alarm stops it from sounding when the set time is reached while retaining the Alarm settings for your reuse. In standby mode, press Menu Tools Alarm Clock. A list of Alarm Clocks appears in the display. Highlight the Alarm you wish to turn off. -
Page 80: Calculator
At the prompt, “Set as local time?” press the Yes soft key to set or the No soft key to leave setting unchanged. The display shows the world map with your settings. Press the left soft key to choose DST On or DST Off to set the daylight savings time, if necessary. -
Page 81: Stop Watch
Stop Watch You can use this menu to set a stop watch. In standby mode, press Menu Tools Stop Watch. Press to start, stop, and resume the stopwatch count. Press the Record soft key at the start of each succeeding event/lap to record the completion time for the previous event/lap. -
Page 82: Tip Calculator
Tip Calculator Tip Calculator automatically calculates the following amounts: Gratuity (tip) • Individual payment (for groups) • Calculations are based on the total amount of the check, a selected percentage, and the number of people paying. In standby mode, press Menu Tools Tip Calculator. -
Page 83: Section 13: Changing Your Settings
Section 13: Changing Your Settings This section explains how to customize your call and phone settings to suit your needs and preferences. Accessing Your Settings In standby mode, press Menu Settings. Tip: To launch the Settings menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold the Voice Command key ( . -
Page 84: Display Settings
Display Settings The Display Settings let you change your phone menu appearance, display brightness and contrast, and display content to better meet your needs. Accessing the Display Menu To access the Display menu, do the following: In standby mode, press Menu Settings Display Settings. -
Page 85: Tty Mode
TTY Mode Your phone is fully TTY compatible. TTY equipment is connected to your phone through the headset connector on the top of the phone. TTY Mode must be enabled before you can use your phone with a TTY device. Note: Your phone has a 3.5 mm headset connector. -
Page 86: Phone Settings
Phone Settings The Phone Settings options let you tailor your phones basic operations. To access the Phone Settings submenu, do the following: In standby mode, press Menu Settings Phone Settings. Select the desired Phone Settings submenu. Phone Info This section explains Phone Info options that let you identify your assigned phone number, an icon glossary, the hardware and software versions of your phone and the ESN/MEID.
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